Dallin Hall, Jacari White lead No. 23 Virginia to 80-72 win over former ACC rival Maryland

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Dallin Hall put on a show as he scored a season-high 20 points, leading the No. 23 Virginia Cavaliers to an 80-72 victory over the Maryland Terrapins. Jacari White also made a significant impact with a spectacular dunk and 15 points of his own.

The game, which marked the first meeting between the two former Atlantic Coast Conference rivals since 2018, was a thrilling matchup. Hall was perfect from the field, going 8 for 8, while Devin Tillis chipped in with 10 points on 4-of-4 shooting. Virginia’s leading scorer, Thijs De Ridder, had a quiet night with just five points on 1-of-8 shooting.

On the other side, David Coit led Maryland with 15 points, followed by Myles Rice with 12 points. Despite a strong effort from the Terrapins, it was Virginia’s night to shine.

The Cavaliers faced a dry spell in the first half, going almost seven minutes without a field goal. However, they bounced back with a 17-0 run that carried over into the second half. Maryland briefly took the lead early in the second half, but Virginia responded with a 15-2 run, highlighted by White’s nine points, including two crucial 3-pointers and a rim-shaking dunk over Maryland’s Solomon Washington.

This victory marked Virginia’s third consecutive win against Maryland since the Terrapins moved to the Big Ten in 2014. The Cavaliers have now won nine of the last 10 matchups dating back to 2011.

Both teams underwent significant roster changes in the offseason under new coaches. Ryan Odom took the helm for Virginia, while Buzz Williams led the Terps. Freshman standout Chance Mallory briefly left the game in the second half due to an ankle injury but managed to return and contribute six points.

Looking ahead, Maryland will host Old Dominion on December 28, while Virginia will take on American on Monday. Fans can stay updated on the AP Top 25 rankings and college basketball news by signing up for alerts and updates on the AP website and mobile app.

In conclusion, Virginia’s dominant performance against Maryland showcased their strength and depth as a team. With key players like Hall and White leading the charge, the Cavaliers look poised for success as they continue their season.